Mostย injured workers want to get better, settle their case, return to work, and move on with their life.
Weย understand that dealing with insurance companies can be tough. However, it is important not toย settle your case too early. On the other hand, it is important not to procrastinate completing required paperwork. Here are some tips to successfully file your Missouri work comp claim.
Maintain a Journal
Maintain a journal describing how you injured yourself, who witnessed the accident, and who and when you reported the injury.ย Takeย note of the conversation withย the doctor and the doctor’s recommendations. This outline can help assist your memory, especially if you haveย a long-term injury or ifย you have to go to trial.
Communicate Clearly with Your Lawyer
If your doctor has advised you to take time off work, then giveย your work comp lawyer a copy of the doctor’s instructions. Talk to the lawyer about any questions you might have. Keep communication with your lawyer clear and regular.
Follow Your Doctorโs Advice
It is important to carefully follow all of your doctor’s instructions. Follow through with physical therapyย andย medical restrictions, for example,ย not lifting any weight higher than 30 pounds. If you choose to disobey your doctor, you are giving the insurance company a chance to denyย your work comp benefits.
Follow Your Lawyerโs Advice
There has been a trend for clients to discuss their cases on social media.ย Listen to the advice of your lawyer when he or she advises against this. Remember, your lawyer has your best interests in mind and the biggest mistake you can makeย is not to listen to him or her.
For most injured workers, the ultimate goal is to get back to work and return toย normal life. Talk to a St. Louisย work compย lawyerย to learn how to successfully file a workers’ compensation claim for a work-related injury. Call The Law Office of James M. Hoffmann at (314) 361-4300.